DIY: how to make your own bow.

posted on: December 14, 2010

These easy-to-make bows will be gracing a few of my presents this year. I've found a lot of inspiration in magazines lately. This one is from Whole Living. Enjoy!

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Making a Bow (found in whole living)

What you'll need:

  • Magazine pages or any other paper material you want to use (you'll need one page per bow)
  • Scissors or a paper cutter
  • Double-sided tape
  • A ruler
  • A pencil

1. Cut the page lengthwise into nine 3/4-inch-thick strips of the following heights: 

  • Three 11" strips
  • Three 10" strips
  • Two 9" strips
  • One 3.5" strip

2. Twist each strip to form a loop at each end. Make a circle out of the smallest (3.5") strip.

3. Secure the ends with a piece of double-stick tape.

4. Layer and stick, starting with the longest strips. End with the circle in the center.

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